Tata Motors will be launching their flagship Safari 7-seat SUV on 26th January 2021. The new gen Safari is essentially the 7 seat extended version of the Harrier 5 seat SUV based on the Land Rover derived OMEGA arc platform. Earlier this SUV was named the Buzzard at the Geneva auto expo, which was then changed to Gravitas for the Delhi auto expo last year. Now, Tata motors has finalized that it will be the successor to legendary and iconic Safari SUV.

Safari Dark and Camo Edition Rendered By TeamAutoTrend Studio.

Based on the Harrier, the Safari

will be around 60mm longer than the Harrier to accommodate the extra 2 seats while also being taller to provide better headroom for the 3rd row. Except for the larger dimensions and extra seats, the Safari will be largely similar to the 5-seat Harrier. However, the front grille will receive a slightly different treatment, featuring the signature Tri-arrow pattern finished in Chrome.

The tailgate will be more upright, giving the Safari a more boxy appearance and the SUV will also feature long functional roof rails for lifestyle utility. The top spec variants will receive 18” dual tone alloy wheels with the design similar to the Harrier's whereas the lower spec variants will carry forward the exact same 17” alloy wheels seen on the Harrier’s lower variants. The higher variants are also likely to feature a Panoramic sunroof.

The new Safari will be available in 6 or 7 seat configuration.

Other than these external differences, the Safari will carry forward the same features as on the Harrier:

• Xenon Projector headlamps with LED DRLs

• Auto folding ORVMs

• Rear wiper and defogger

• 18” Alloy wheels

• Automatic climate control

• Auto headlamps & wipers

• Cruise control

• 8.8” Touchscreen system

• Android auto & Apple carplay

• Harman audio system with 9 speakers

• Connect Next app suite

• Reverse camera

• 6 way Power adjustable driver seat with lumbar support

• Off White Leather upholstery

• Auto dimming IRVM

• Ambient mood lighting

• Rear centre armrest

• Smart key with Push button start

• Follow me headlamps

• Terrain response modes : Rough, Wet and City

Safety:

       Safety features on the Safari will include:

• ABS with EBD

• All wheel disc brakes

• Corner stability control

• 6 airbags

• Electronic Parking brake

• Electronic stability program

• Traction control

• Hill hold control

• Hill descent control

• Roll over mitigation

• Electronic brake prefill

• Hydraulic brake assist

• Brake disc wiping

• Perimetric alarm system

• Pretensioner seatbelts

Powertrains:

       The Safari, just like the Harrier will be available with a diesel engine mated to either a 6 speed manual transmission or a 6 speed torque converter automatic transmission. The 2L Kryotec turbo diesel produces 170PS Power and 350NM torque. From the XM variant onwards, the Safari will be available with three drive modes; Eco, City and Sport.

Launch & price:

        The new Safari is expected to be priced from ?15L to ?20L for the Manual variants and ?17.5L to ?21L for the Automatic variants. When launched on 26th January, Tata’s new flagship SUV will compete against the likes of the MG Hector plus and the next generation Mahindra XUV500. Stay tuned for further updates.

Tata Motors, India’s leading automotive brand and the country’s #1 SUV brand by sales, today launched an all new #JET Edition for its line-up of successful mid to high SUVs. Commencing the festive season on a high note, this unique and luxurious line-up is inspired by ‘Business Jets’, which will appeal to a set of customers who love opulence and want to soar high in luxury. The #JET Edition takes indulgence to the next level by offering top of the line features along with an exclusive exterior and interior colour theme. This one-of-a-kind edition includes Tata Motors’ flagship 6/7-seater SUV

– the Safari, the company’s premium 5-seater SUV – the Harrier and India’s no. 1 SUV - the Tata Nexon. Launched at attractive prices, the #JET Edition will be available across all Tata Motors authorized dealerships, starting today.

Models	Price (in INR, Ex-showroom Delhi)
Safari XZ+ (Diesel 6 seater)	21.45 lakhs
Safari XZA+ (Diesel 6 seater)	22.75 lakhs
Safari XZ+ (Diesel 7 seater)	21.35 lakhs
Safari XZA+ (Diesel 7 seater)	22.65 lakhs
Harrier XZ+ (Diesel)	20.90 lakhs
Harrier XZA+ (Diesel)	22.20 lakhs
Nexon XZ+ (P) (Diesel)	13.43 lakhs
Nexon XZA+ (P) (Diesel)	14.08 lakhs
Nexon XZ+ (P) (Petrol)	12.13 lakhs
Nexon XZA+ (P) (Petrol)	12.78 lakhs

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Rajan Amba, Vice President, Sales, Marketing and Customer Care, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. said, “Over the last few years, Tata Motors has been striding ahead, consistently grabbing a sizeable market share in the industry on the back of a robust portfolio that sports eclectic design, provides a pleasurable & safe drive experience and impressive aftersales services. Our customers and auto experts have continuously appreciated our transformation into a world-class auto player, offering absolute consumer delight. Riding on our No. 1 SUV position and in line with our New Forever brand promise to keep our products refreshed, we are elated to introduce the brand new #JET Edition in our Safari, Harrier and Nexon portfolios, adding more cheer for customers this festive season.

 He further added, “The latest #JET Edition will be a compelling package of striking exteriors and inviting interiors, which is aimed at providing a unique and exquisite lifestyle to our customers. The #JET Edition will further build upon the ‘Go-Anywhere’ DNA of our true SUVs and add a quotient of ‘Go-Anywhere in Luxury’. I am confident that this new range with all its charisma will add to the fervour of our renowned and much loved SUV line-up.”

The #JET Edition in detail:

The new #JET Edition features an artful blend of class, grandeur and luxury to enhance the overall look and feel of the cars. Through this, Tata Motors is offering a seamless, comfortable, and uber-luxurious experience similar to a business class travel. The brand new #JET Edition will be available in a unique exterior colour – Starlight - a dual-tone combination of earthy bronze body and a platinum silver roof. Its Jet black alloy wheels and silver skid plates at the front and rear will enhance the exterior opulence of the car, giving it a premium and upmarket appeal. The interior in its luxurious dual-tone Oyster White & Granite black, truly resonates with the exclusivity of #JET Edition, bringing in the touch and feel of luxe. The techno-steel bronze finish mid-pad is the centre of attraction on the instrument panel along with the bronze accents on doors and floor consoles which elevate the overall ambience of the cars. #JET embroidery on the front headrests and deco stitching on the seats in a bronze thread, makes the car more thematic and a complete package of style, comfort and extravagance. 

Tata Harrier and Safari #JET Edition

Tata Motors’ premium and flagship SUV– the Harrier and Safari respectively will now sport an enhanced appeal with a dual-tone colour scheme that will enrich the overall appeal of these mighty SUVs. Both cars will now be equipped with advanced ESP safety functions such as Driver Doze off alert, Panic Brake alert, After Impact Braking. These features will be over and above the existing 14 safety functions. Additionally, the inclusion of a C type USB charger in all rows for both cars, Winged Comfort Head Restraints on the second row bench and captain seats (only in the Safari), Electronic parking brake in manual and automatic along with all 4 disc brakes ( new to the Harrier ), the Harrier and the Safari will now boast their most magnificent avatar. They will also include a Wireless Android Auto/ Apple Carplay, Air purifier and a Wireless charger. Adding to this magnificent and indulgent feel, the interiors are further elevated with the addition of elements such as the Tri- Arrow perforated Oyster White – Benecke-Kaliko leatherette seats, various exquisite Bronze inserts and an upmarket appeal.

Tata Nexon #JET Edition

In addition to all the features of the #JET range combined with the luxuries of the top end model like ventilated seats, electric sunroof with tilt function, air purifier with AQi display amongst others, the Nexon #JET Edition will also boast of a wireless charger.

Ford Motor Company has launched the new Ford Puma ST. This is the third model to join Ford’s ST performance line-up, following the Fiesta and the Focus. The Fiesta ST’s chassis has only received minor tweaks from its transition to the Puma’s crossover body. The rear torsion bar is 40 per cent stiffer to compensate for the extra weight and height.

Exterior:

The Puma is spruced up by the ST-specific styling pack. The front gets a new grille design with ST badging, while a splitter increases front downforce by 80 percent over the standard

car. The back gets a larger rear wing and diffuser help to balance out the extra downforce at the other end. The Puma ST is also available in the new ‘Mean Green’ shade with a total of 5 color options. The roof and spoiler, front grille surrounds, side trim and door mirror caps are always painted black while the new 19 inch alloy wheels complete the look.

Interior:

Inside, the Puma’s cabin also gets the ST treatment; including a flat-bottomed steering wheel, a sporty gear knob and pedals, along with Sporty Recaro front seats. However still, the ST’s boot retains the hose-down 80-litre ‘Mega Box’ from other Pumas, and the 456-litre volume is retained. 

All Puma STs get a generous standard equipment list:

• Wireless charging

• Front and rear parking sensors

• Quick clear heated windshield

• Rain sensing wipers

• Automatic LED headlamps

• 12.3 inch digital instrument cluster

• 8 inch Touchscreen system

• SYNC 3 connectivity

• Android auto, Apple carplay

• Bang & Olufsen sound system

• Ford pass connectivity

Safety Features:

   While the Puma crossover received a 5 star rating at the ANCAP crash tests, the new Puma ST includes the following advanced driver assist tech:

• Active braking assist

• Pre Collision assist

• Active park assist

• Cross traffic alert with active braking

• Intelligent speed limiter

• Local hazard information

• Geofencing & tracking

• 6 airbags

• ESC with traction control

• Torque vectoring control

Powertrain and Performance:

        Mechanically, the Puma ST is very closely related to the Fiesta ST. The 1.5-litre turbocharged Ecoboost engine is the same, though a revised exhaust system has been tuned to be ever so slightly more civilised. This engine produces a power output of 197bhp and 320Nm through a 6 speed manual gearbox to the front wheels. With launch control engaged, the Puma cracks the 0-62mph benchmark in 6.7 seconds – two tenths down on the Fiesta, while the 137mph top speed has dropped by 7mph.

        The Puma ST also offers multiple driving modes. ‘Sport’ sharpens the throttle and adds weight to the steering compared to ‘Normal’, and it opens up valves in the exhaust to provide a sportier soundtrack. Switch into ‘Track’, and the traction control switches off and the intervention from the stability program relaxes – though this can still be turned off completely if the driver wishes. At the other end of the scale, ‘Eco’ mode makes the most of a stop/start system and cylinder deactivation to help reduce fuel consumption. Based on the official WLTP testing procedure, the Puma ST achieves 40.9mpg and emits 155g/km of CO2.

The Puma ST’s steering system is claimed to be 25 per cent quicker than the standard Puma’s, and buyers will be offered the option of a Quaife mechanical limited-slip differential to improve traction on corner exit. This also works in conjunction with a torque vectoring system which activates the brakes on the inside wheel to help the Puma hug a tighter line through corners. The Puma ST gets larger brake discs which measure 325mm at the front and 271mm at the back, and are housed within 19-inch alloy wheels wrapped in specially developed Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres.

The Puma ST is expected to go on sale in Europe by early 2021 and will cost from £28,500.